- The Cape Cod Highland Light, situated on the National Seashore, is a working lighthouse that was built in 1857.
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This New England state stays true to its colonial heritage and mystique, its commitment to natural preservation, and its continued standing as a leader in cultural arts, science and education. Western Massachusetts offers an outdoor playground and ecclectic communities; in the Berkshires you can hike and fish during the day, then check out a concert at Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Central Massachusetts is a rural area that features beautiful orchards, colonial history museums and family attractions like Davis’ Farmland Mega Maze.
Of course, you can’t forget Boston. This historic city center is a bustling metropolis, and home to renowned science and cultural arts institutions, and world-class universities such as Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Boston University. Check out Boston’s Museum of Science, the Boston Children’s Museum and the stunning New England Aquarium.
Cape Cod is another popular destination, prized for its sandy beaches and dunes along the Cape Cod National Seashore, charming seafaring culture, laid-back attitude and grey-shingled houses. Nearby Nantucket Island and Martha’s Vineyard offer cobblestone streets, antique shops, and peace and quiet.
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